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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scurrilous

/skəˈrɪləs/ adjective · British & US
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What does scurrilous mean?

adjective

Having a bad or unpleasant reputation; scandalous or slanderous. Disparaging or abusive in a witty or humorous way.

Example

"The comedian's scurrilous jokes about the politician's past sparked controversy."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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